Empowering Pumps and Equipment

AFT Arrow Introduction
2018-07-06 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Denver) | Webinar
Fri Jul 6th 10:00am – 11:00am (MDT)

Webinar

Dealing with the complexities of compressible flow? Join in on this webinar to better understand the fundamentals of AFT Arrow and why it is the best tool for evaluating compressible flow in gas piping systems.
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Train The Trainer Event For Pump Systems Optimization & Assessment
2018-06-27 - 2018-06-28 | Houston, TX, Houston, TX, United States
NOTE: THIS TRAINING EVENT IS FOR HI MEMBERS & INDUSTRY PARTNERS ONLY
During this two-day training event, Participants are presented with the tools and knowledge necessary to train and help pump users operate their pump systems more efficiently.
The training outlines system optimization opportunities, basic pump system interaction, pump system screening, pump system performance improvements, life cycle cost analysis, and more!
Upon event completion attendees will become qualified HI Trainers equipped with the skills to identify a broad range of system improvement opportunities, determine where to focus efforts in their customer’s organization and develop an action plan with financial justification. Participants also receive 11 Professional Development Hours (PDH) credits.
Pump Systems Optimization and Pump System Assessment Course Trainers enable organizations the ability to offer turn-key solutions to help utilities, engineering consulting firms and pump users save energy and improve uptime and reliability. Tap into additional funds offered by utilities and other government agencies.
This course is directed towards motivated, outward-facing technical people who are willing to roll up their sleeves and provide solutions for their customers. Over the two-day training, attendees will be instructed on the following topics:
• Systems optimization and improvement opportunities
• Basic pump system interaction
• Screening pump systems
• Improving the pump systems performance
• Life cycle costs analysis
• Developing an action plan
• How to engage customers in meaningful ways
• Building credibility with customers
• Understanding the utility incentive world – know what to ask
• Understand more about ISO 14414
• ASME Pump System Energy Assessment Standard
• Understand ISO5001 for Energy Management Systems
Plus: Learn the core concepts for Level I, II and III Pump System Audits as well as the emerging PSAP (Pump Systems Assessment Professional) Master Certification Program.
This special PSO/PSA training sharpens participant skills on identifying a broad range of system improvement opportunities, determining where to focus efforts in their customer’s organization and developing an action plan with financial justification.
Date(s): June 27th and 28th, 2018
Time: 7:30am – 4:30pm
Instructor: William Livoti,Hydraulic Institute Subject Matter Expert
Contact: Mark Sullivan, msullivan@pumps.org or 973-349-5329
PDH Credit: 16 PDH Credits
Price: $499.99

Between Bearing Pump Repair (Formerly MSPR)
2018-06-26 08:00 - 2018-06-29 17:00 (America/Chicago) | TX
An Intermediate Level class for maintenance staff.
This course instructs participants on the proper procedures for the preparation, rigging, disassembly, inspection and failure analysis of between bearing centrifugal pumps. The pumps addressed include both horizontally and radially split pumps; i.e BB1 through BB5 style equipment.
During the course the participants will:

Discuss field and shop inspection of the pump and system components
Practice disassembly and inspection procedures and best practices
Document and analyze information gathered during disassembly and inspection
Identify and discuss elimination of failure modes
Review industry standards for component NDE and repair techniques
Practice bearing and seal removal and installation
Discuss industry standards and criteria for component balancing
Reassemble pumps with an emphasis on measuring and recoding critical dimensions and runouts

AUDIENCE
This course is for mechanics, millwrights and others who are responsible for maintaining between bearing pumps.
Price:$1,985.00
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Pump System Analysis
2018-06-26 08:00 - 2018-06-29 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Irving TX, 4343 West Royal Lane Suite 106, Irving, TX, 75063, United States
This course provides a comprehensive analysis of pump performance and its dependency on operations upstream and downstream from the pump. Students will review pump hydraulics and apply these fundamentals to calculate the reliability of the overall pump system. 60% classroom, 40% labs and team exercises.
Specific topics include:

Calculating friction head losses.
Calculating total dynamic head
Reviewing system head curves for in-line and branch-line systems.
Comparing parallel vs. series operation.
Variable speed control vs. valve throttling.
Calculating NPSH available.
Pump selection recommendations.
Calculating specific speed and suction specific speed.

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AUDIENCE
Engineers; rotating equipment specialists; individuals involved in pump sales and service, and experienced plant maintenance and operational personnel that have a desire to improve their understanding of pumping systems and the ways those systems can be improved.

Book your booth for Pump Summit Americas 2018!
2018-06-26 - 2018-06-27 | George R. Brown Convention Center, 1001 Avenida De Las Americas, Houston, TX, 77010, United States
America’s Premier Networking Event for Pump Experts
JUNE 26TH-27TH, 2018
HOUSTON, TEXAS, USA
Pump Summit Americas offers a professional platform to connect our pump community members. Pump experts from across North and South America will join together to expand their industry network and to stay informed about the latest technologies in the field of pumps and pump systems.

FESAM advanced program is out now.
2018-06-26 - 2018-06-27 | George R. Brown Convention Center, 1001 Avenida De Las Americas, Houston, TX, 77010, United States
ADVANCED CONFERENCE PROGRAM OUT NOW!
Connecting America’s Fugitive Emissions Community
JUNE 26TH-27TH, 2018,
HOUSTON, TEXAS, USA
Fugitive Emissions Summit Americas aims to bring together a community of end users, EPC’s, distributors, manufacturers, and suppliers for an exciting conference and exhibition that will help address the ever-changing world of fugitive emissions regulations and control. There will be a strong emphasis on LDAR programs and how all industries affected by current regulations can interpret and meet the regulations whether it be downstream or upstream.

World Gas Conference 2018
2018-06-25 08:00 - 2018-06-29 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Washinton DC, Washington D. C., United States
The World Gas Conference is the most important global gas industry gathering of influential leaders, policy-makers, buyers, sellers and experts. Conducted since 1931 by the International Gas Union (IGU), the triennial event aims to raise the voice of natural gas while offering timely updates on strategic, commercial and technical issues facing the entire gas value chain.
The 27th World Gas Conference (WGC 2018) takes place in Washington DC from June 25-29 and offers the most comprehensive and diverse program to date for the natural gas industry. For the first time ever this includes topics for professionals working in sectors including finance, trading, law, sustainability & renewables, policy & Government and many more. View the interactive online program.
WGC 2018 is proud to host over 600 of the industry’s most senior speakers from all over the world, including US Secretary of Energy Rick Perry, and CEOs from global companies including Chevron, ExxonMobil, Qatar Petroleum, BP, Total, ConocoPhillips and Shell to name a few.

FSA Technical Short Courses
2018-06-25 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | George R. Brown Convention Center, 1001 Avenida De Las Americas, Houston, TX, 77010, United States
These courses are being held at the Fugitive Emissions Summit. Courses #1 and #2 will be held concurrently in the morning. Courses #3 and #4 will be held concurrently in the afternoon. Registration for the day is $499 per person. Go to http://www.fluidsealing.com/short-course-registration-form/ to register.
#1- Flange Sealing Installation Best Practices
Flange leakage in emissions service can result in loss production and money. If a plant is going to reduce emissions at a plant, one important step that is often overlooked is procedures of flange sealing. This training will focus on the Fluid Sealing Association’s best practices for successful flange sealing including gasket seating stresses, torque calculations, and gasket selection. Some other topics that will be discussed are the following: Flange and bolts inspection, Flange Condition, Torque patterns, Anti-seize and K factor, Alignment, Flange Rotation, Heat Exchangers, Nut Embedment. Instructors: Ron Frisard, AW Chesterton Co. and Laverne Fernandes, Garlock Sealing Technologies.
#2 – Mechanical Seals 101
This course is aimed at rotating equipment professionals who would like to understand mechanical seals, their different support systems, and basic mechanical seal component failure analysis. The course will consist of an introduction to mechanical seals that will focus on mechanical seal operating principles and classifications. Further discussion will focus on the different seal support designs (piping plans) and their role in mechanical seal health and reliability. The course will finish with a review of basic mechanical seal component failures and their common causes. Upon completion of the course, attendees will have a basic understanding of how mechanical seals work and what is needed to operate them reliably. Instructor: Glenn Owens, Flowsesrve.
#3 – Valve Installation Best Practices for Fugitive Emissions Service
This training will focus on identifying best practices in regards to valve packing installation as outlined by the Fluid Sealing Association. The best valve packing installed incorrectly will not ensure compliance to LDAR requirements. It is imperative that a plant have a serious, focused, approach to this important subject. One way to improve this is by creating a continuous improvement process regarding valve packing that is fact based and focusing on Identifying and classifying root causes of packing performance. Some of the points that the training will include: Accurate measuring of valve dimensions, Observing valve issues that could hinder sealing, Installation of packing, Torque and bolting considerations for Low E sealing, Consolidation of packing, Multi-discipline continuous improvement program focusing on root causes of packing failures. Instructors: Ron Frisard, AW Chesterton Co. and Rob Garlock, EGC Enterprises.
#4 – Rubber Expansion Joints: Basic Applications to Advanced Solutions
Pump piping engineers demand optimal piping systems with a smaller footprint, lower construction cost, improved energy efficiency, modular construction and with less structural support. Rubber Expansion Joints help meet these requirements by reducing the need for cumbersome main anchors, numerous guides and/or rigid piping loops. Featuring low stiffness and high movement, expansion joints accept damaging pipe stresses such as pipe strain, thermal expansion, shock and vibration loads, ground settlement and external displacement forces. With a rugged construction, cycle life in the tens of millions and superior chemical and abrasion resistance, rubber expansion joints help also to improve piping system uptime and reliability. This two-part presentation focuses on the design, selection and application of rubber expansion joints, including restrained and unrestrained arrangements. Content focuses on using rubber expansion joints as part of best piping practices, pumping system optimization, and plant reliability and efficiency improvements. The webinar will also discuss how to take a FMEA approach for improvement assessment of failure modes and conducting plant surveys to virtually eliminate unplanned downtime.
Part I: Features and benefits of performance rubber expansion joints, Applying restrained and unrestrained expansion joint arrangements effectively, Identifying sources of damaging pipe stresses and consequences of neglecting them, Optimizing systems with footprint and energy consumption reductions, Minimizing loads on piping, equipment and support structure, Reducing material and construction costs, Key elements of piping codes (ex. ASME B31.1, B31.3) and standards (ex. ANSI/HI 9.6.2, 9.6.6) for seamless integration.
Part II: Developing a plant reliability and efficiency program, Incorporating a condition-based preventive maintenance program, Taking an FMEA approach with improved assessment of failure modes, Conducting plant surveys with traditional and advanced inspection methods, Resources including: data sheets, guideline specifications, application demos, solid model images, installation instructions, case studies and more.
The presentation is ideal for industry professionals involved with designing or specifying pump piping systems or responsible for maintaining or selecting rubber expansion joints. Instructor: Lloyd Aanonsen, General Rubber Co.
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EASA 2018
2018-06-24 08:00 - 2018-06-26 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Wisconsin Center, Milwaukee, WI
The Electrical Apparatus Service Association, Inc. (EASA) is an international trade organization of nearly 1,800 electromechanical sales and service firms in 63 countries. Through its many engineering and educational programs, EASA provides members with a means of keeping up to date on materials, equipment, and state-of-the-art technology.
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How to Model a Tube Rupture in a Heat Exchanger
2018-06-20 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | TX
Wed Jun 20th 10:00am – 11:00am (MDT)

Webinar

Learn how to dynamically model a tube rupture in your heat exchanger. Tube ruptures must be evaluated and addressed in order to ensure continued safe operations. Using a model and simulation process is extremely beneficial and can help ensure more accurate sizing and hazard assessments.
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Free Reliability Workshops
2018-06-19 07:45 - 2018-06-20 15:30 (America/Chicago) | Hilton Kansas City Airport, 8801 NW 112th Street, Kansas City, MO, United States
Take advantage of these free Reliability Workshops. Hear from industry experts first-hand and participate in valuable hands-on training modules using innovative technology.
Both Locations: 7:45 AM – 3:30 PM | Breakfast and Lunch Provided
Tuesday, June 19, 2018
Hilton Kansas City Airport
8801 NW 112th Street
Kansas City, MO
Wednesday, June 20, 2018
Embassy Suites St. Louis Airport
11237 Lone Eagle Drive
Bridgeton, MO
Space is Limited. Register Today!
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Download the Workshop Agenda Here.
Topics Will Include:

Selecting the Correct Vibration Transducer For Your Application
The Basics of Motor Testing: Because the Job You Save Could Be Your Own
Applying Infrared Technology
Ultrasound Assisted Lubrication: 3 Approaches to Improving Bearing Lubrication Practices

Companies in Attendance & Presenting:
ALL-TEST Pro, GE Bently Nevada, FLIR & UE Systems

The Armstrong Global Energy Summit
2018-06-18 08:00 - 2018-06-20 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Delta Toronto, 75 Lower Simcoe St., Toronto, Ontario, Canada
The premiere sustainability event for building owners and fluid technology professionals. In 2018, a central theme of the sustainability imperative will drive our conversations. No other convention or meeting so perfectly combines sustainability topics with practical applications and technologies. The Armstrong Global Energy Summit promises to be a landmark, pivotal event in the revolution that is taking shape within the industries that serve the built environment.

Who Should Attend
Participants who are accountable for setting the corporate direction and learning the latest HVAC trends and design

Directors of sustainability
Facility managers
Leading-edge mechanical design consulting engineers
Design-build contractor management team
Energy optimization consulting engineers
Building owners/owner representatives

Lord Rupert Redesdale – EMA CEO
www.theema.org.uk
Lord Redesdale was the Energy Spokesman for the Liberal Democrats for the House of Lords 2000-2008 during which time he has introduced many members’ bills in the area of energy and conservation. As Vice Chair of the All Party Parliamentary Climate Change Group he has worked to spread the message about the carbon costs of energy, especially computing.
In 2009 Lord Redesdale founded the Anaerobic Digestion and Biogas Association (ADBA) and in 2012 he was awarded the accolade of Environmental Parliamentarian of the year by the Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management. Lord Redesdale is the CEO of the Energy Managers Association (EMA) and the Low Energy (UK).
The EMA aims to promote the development of energy management and the career structure of Energy Managers in the British economy. It also sets up standards for energy management training courses for all companies to reduce their energy and CRC bill. The Low Energy (UK) is a company awarding Low Energy Company (LEC) status to those organisations whose employee undergo LEC training programme and show their commitment to energy management and energy efficiency agenda.
The recognition of energy costs and energy reduction through energy efficient measures is a matter of the utmost importance and overarching key driver for the EMA as well as the Low Energy (UK).

Key Topics

Sustainability Strategies
Government and the Private Sector Working Together
The Critical Role of Technology
Active Performance Management as a Key Enabler
Case Studies

Agenda

Wire Size Changes 101: Tools and Methods for Avoiding Costly Mistakes with the Most Common Redesign
2018-06-13 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | TX
EVENT SPECIFICS

Type of education:

Webinar

Date of the event:

Wednesday, June 13, 2018 – 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Central Time Zone

Instructor:

Mike Howell, EASA Technical Support Specialist

This webinar will focus on:

Proper wire measurements
Metric and AWG sizing
Aluminum to copper
Random to form wound and vice versa
Stator windings, field windings, interpoles
Using wire combination tables
Using EASA’s AC Motor Verification & Redesign software

Target audience:

This webinar will benefit service center technicians and supervisors.

Pump Piping for Rotodynamic Pumps: A 2-Part Webinar Series
2018-06-12 13:00 - 2018-06-14 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Webinar
Series Overview:
This live webinar series outlines the adverse effects of poorly designed pump piping which impacts overall system reliability and efficiency. Participants will be able to identify well-engineered pump piping designs that provide a uniform and symmetric fluid velocity profile to the pump and explain how this can help avoid cavitation problems, seals failures, and premature bearing issues. The series will also provide information on correct pump inlet (suction) and pump outlet (discharge) conditions to ensure proper pump performance and optimal reliability and what to do if optimal suction and discharge piping cannot be achieved.
For more information about the series please contact Kaitlyn Reynolds, Marketing Engagement Associate, Hydraulic Institute, at 973.267.9700 x1121 or kreynolds@pumps.org.
* Each presentation lasts approximately 1 hour
Earn up to 2 PDH credits for participating in live sessions.
**Please note that each individual registration counts as a seat is for 1 person, and not intended to be viewed as a group. Group pricing rates are available – please contact Kaitlyn Reynolds at kreynolds@pumps.org for details. Also please be advised that PDH credits are only available for registered participants of the live session.
Date(s):June 12 and 14, 2018
Time:1:00 – 2:00pm ET
Presenter(s):Pump Piping Subject Matter Experts
Member Price:$171.75
Price:$229.00

Pump and Mechanical Seal Principles
2018-06-12 08:00 - 2018-06-15 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Irving TX, 4343 West Royal Lane Suite 106, Irving, TX, 75063, United States
This course provides the participants with the knowledge and skills needed to understand the basics of pumps, pumping systems and mechanical seals. The course curriculum is centered on centrifugal pumps and the mechanical seals that they utilize in common industrial applications.
Basic pump and mechanical seal composition and operation are discussed in the classroom, and then reinforced in the laboratories using actual pumps equipped with instruments to indicate flow, pressure, temperature, and power consumption. The pumps are operated by the students themselves. 65% classroom, 35% labs.
Specific topics include:

Pump designs
Basic pump system hydraulics
Centrifugal pump performance curves
NPSH and cavitation issues
Types of centrifugal pumps
Pump impeller design
Mechanical seal basics
Seal chamber designs
Mechanical seal materials of construction
Seal installation procedures
Mechanical seal piping plans
Common seal support systems

AUDIENCE
Engineers; individuals involved in pump sales and service, and experienced plant maintenance and operational personnel that have a desire to improve their understanding of pumps and mechanical seals.
Cost: $1,785.00

ACE 18
2018-06-12 - 2018-06-14 | Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV
EXPLORE THE IMPACT OF INNOVATION ON THE FUTURE OF WATER
ACE18 is set to inspire and connect the water sector with innovative solutions and new insights to help solve our global water challenges. This year AWWA is co-partnering with the California/Nevada Section to produce an outstanding conference. Don’t miss your chance to soak up the knowledge of hundreds of water industry thought leaders providing guidance on the future of our water.
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5 Day Motor Circuit Analysis and Electrical Signature Analysis Seminar
2018-06-11 08:00 - 2018-06-15 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Copenhagen, Denmark, Copenhagen, Denmark
Course Type: Public Classroom
Course Number: 10012
Three days of MCA™ (De-Energized) training prepares you to troubleshoot all types or electric motors, coils, and windings. Two and a half days of ESA (Energized) training prepares you to evaluate many types of electric motor systems to improve the reliability and uptime of your plant. This public course is appropriate for both supervisors and technicians. Course materials include Workbook, Motor Circuit Analysis Manual and Pattern Recognition. Breakfast and Lunch are provided each day.

Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course students should be able to:

Identify the components in the winding system; factors that determine Resistance(R), Inductance(L), Capacitance(C), and Impedance(I/F)
Describe how changes in R, L, Z, and I/F affect the winding system
Explain the Lenz Law, Ohms Law, and Faraday’s Law
Use the basic MCA™ instruments to manually measure R, L, Z, Fi and I/F
List the different types of AC Motors, identify their components and describe the purpose of each component
Determine Motor Shaft Speed based on Measured Values of Voltage, Current, Nameplate Speed and Rated Power
List the main types of failures associated with AC Motors
Describe the various techniques available to identify electrical failures in winding systems
Explain the various measurements used in MCA™
Evaluate a motor’s winding condition based on MCA™ measurements
Explain the process for correcting MCA™ readings caused by “Rotor Position”
Explain the purpose of the ALL-TEST PRO 31™ (AT31™)and ALL-TEST PRO 5™ (AT5™); and describe their features
Obtain data from a 3 phase AC motor using the AT31™ and the AT5™ (on the AUTO and manual modes)
Evaluate the condition of an AC Motor based on the measurements taken with the AT31™ and AT5™
Demonstrate the ability to enter data and evaluate the condition of an AC Motor using the Condition Calculator™ Software
Demonstrate the ability to upload data stored in the AT5™ onto the MCA™ software and generate a machinery report
Explain the 4 Primary Maintenance Philosophies
Describe the 3 phases of Predictive Maintenance
List the 6 most common de-energized motor diagnostic techniques and the 5 most common energized diagnostic techniques. Describe the motor fault that each of the techniques identifies.
Describe the 4 stages of rolling element bearing failure and explain how to determine which stage a defective bearing is in
Explain the operation of the different types of AC Electric Motors
Determine Motor Shaft Speed based on Measured Values of Voltage, Current, Nameplate Speed and Rated Power
Describe how electrical signature analysis (ESA) collects its signal
Demonstrate how to change the resolution of the high frequency and the low frequency spectrum
Explain the importance of sidebands in the FFT and discuss their meaning
Demonstrate how to enter machine information in the ESA Software
Demonstrate how to verify running speed is correct
Perform an automatic analysis
List what mechanical faults can be automatically analyzed with ESA
Discuss the relationship of Dynamic Load to bearing life
Discuss the affects of Resonance in a mechanical system and what it will do to the electrical spectrum
Explain how to determine which gear is at fault when gear problems are diagnosed in the electrical spectrum
List the motor electrical faults that can be automatically analyzed with ESA
Define what is meant by pole pass frequency (PPF)
Evaluate the condition of a squirrel cage rotor using the ESA spectrum and rotor severity
Explain the difference between Static and Dynamic Eccentricity
Define what is meant by Stator Electric Faults
Explain the main purpose of the ALL-TEST PRO Energized II™ (ATPOL II™) and briefly describe it’s features
Use the ATPOL II™ to obtain data from a 3 phase AC Motor in the Remotely, Locally and Manual Modes
Demonstrate the ability to upload data stored in the ATPOL II™ into the ESA software and generate a machinery report

Additional Course Information
Technology or Other Requirements: Students attending this course must bring their own laptop. Laptop must have administrative rights to install software. Minimum operating system and software to be installed on the laptop should be Windows XP, with Microsoft Word and Excel 2003. NOTE: WE ARE NOT APPLE or LINUX operating system compatible.
Format: Blended, Self Paced and Instructor Lead Classroom
Assessment Style: Graded Test, Pass/Fail
Cost: $2,295.00, Prices may vary for events held outside the United States and Canada
Duration: 5 Days/34 Instructor Led Hours, 4 Self Paced Hours
CEU Award: ALL-TEST Pro, LLC is authorized by IACET to offer 3.8 CEUs for this program. As an IACET Accredited Provider, ALL-TEST Pro, LLC offers CEUs for its programs that qualify under the ANSI/IACET Standard.
Instructor: William Kruger

NFPA
2018-06-11 - 2018-06-14 | Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Las Vegas, NV
The NFPA Conference & Expo® is one of the world’s biggest and most comprehensive fire, electrical, and life safety events. It’s an opportunity to gain valuable insights, meet with industry experts and learn about new products and solutions.

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) will host its annual Conference & Expo at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, June 11 – 14. This comprehensive event brings together thousands of the industry’s leading professionals who will attend more than 110 educational sessions and special events addressing the latest issues, challenges and trends in the world of fire, electrical, and life safety. This year’s expo, featuring more than 350 exhibitors, will focus on technology’s role in our future and how it is reshaping our world. “

Keynote speakers at the conference’s general session include Keller Rinaudo, CEO and co-founder of Zipline, a drone delivery company focused on health care. Rinaudo will be speaking on the use of drones to deliver blood and save lives. Futurist Jim Carroll will share his insight on the trends that will challenge us into the future, and what we must do to turn these trends into opportunities.

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AFT Impulse's Pulsation Frequency Analysis
2018-06-06 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | TX
Wed Jun 6th 10:00am – 11:00am (MDT)

Webinar

Acoustical frequency analysis has always been a very well-kept secret by specialized companies; AFT Impulse’s Pulsation Frequency Analysis (PFA) Module will give AFT Impulse users a comprehensive access to this technology. Join us in this webinar and learn how to use this new powerful tool.
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Pump and Mechanical Seal Reliability
2018-06-05 08:00 - 2018-06-08 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Desio, Italy
This course provides the participant a better understanding of the reliability issues related to the interrelated functions of the centrifugal pump and mechanical seal, as they are operated in a complex pumping system under a variety of conditions. Participants learn how to identify and address causes of poor pump and mechanical seal reliability by focusing on mechanical and operational issues that can negatively affect pump and seal performance.
Basic pump and mechanical seal issues are discussed in the classroom, and then reinforced in the laboratories using actual pumps equipped with instruments to indicate flow, pressure, temperature, and power consumption. The pumps are operated by the students themselves. 60% classroom, 40% labs.
Specific topics include:

Review of centrifugal pump basics
Pump operating conditions that affect both pump and seal reliably
Mechanical issues that affect pump and seal reliability
Troubleshooting centrifugal pump failures
The effects of the various types of cavitation in a mechanically sealed pump.
The importance of proper clearances in a centrifugal pump.
Review of mechanical seal basics
Mechanical seal installation, commissioning and operation
Detailed steps to mechanical seal troubleshooting
Seal failure case studies

AUDIENCE
This course builds upon level 1 pump and mechanical seal courses. Experienced operations and maintenance personnel and engineers with at least 1 or more years of field experience are preferred.

Centrifugal Pump Fundamentals
2018-06-05 08:00 - 2018-06-08 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Flowserve, Irving, TX
This course provides the student with a thorough understanding of centrifugal pump design, function and operation. Common process control and performance measurement methods are reviewed, and the necessary calculations associated with pumping systems are executed and explained.
Centrifugal pump issues are discussed in the classroom and then reinforced in the laboratories using actual pumps equipped with instruments that indicate flow, pressure and power consumption as the pumps are operated by the students themselves. 65% classroom, 35% laboratory.
Specific topics include:

Pump components and nomenclature.
PD pumps vs. Centrifugal pumps.
Centrifugal pump types.
System hydraulics
Centrifugal pump curves.
Affinity Laws.
NPSH and types of cavitation.
Viscosity impact on performance.
Power
Specific Speed
Suction specific speed.

AUDIENCE
Engineers; rotating equipment specialists; individuals involved in pump sales and service, and experienced plant maintenance and operational personnel that have a desire to improve their understanding of centrifugal pumps and their proper operation.

Engineered Overhung Pump Repair (Formerly SSPR)
2018-06-05 08:00 - 2018-06-07 17:00 (America/Chicago) | TX
This course will provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to evaluate failure modes and repair API 610 overhung process pumps.
A Basics Level course for maintenance staff. This course will provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to evaluate failure modes and repair API 610 overhung process pumps. The course is comprised of approximately 40 percent classroom and 60 percent laboratory time. Concepts and theory are taught in a classroom setting and then reinforced with hands-on exercises. Working in teams, participants will disassemble, inspect, and determine failure modes for a variety of API 610 overhung pumps. Classroom texts and equipment are generic to all OEMs’ hardware.

Audience
This course is for mechanics, millwrights and others who are responsible for maintaining API 610 overhung process pumps.
Cost $1,625.00

Root Cause Analysis
2018-06-05 08:00 - 2018-06-07 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Vancouver, WA, Vancouver, WA, United States
This course provides participants with an in-depth procedure for performing a root cause analysis using a logical cause mapping techniques. After learning these techniques, students will work in teams of 4-6 members to endeavor to identify problems, and after applying the RCA process, ultimately recommend solutions to various pump and seal failures presented in several cases studies. 60% classroom, 40% team exercises.
Specific topics include:

The necessity and purpose of RCA
Problem identification and classification
Traditional methods of cause and effect root cause analysis
Cause and effect mapping techniques
Selecting possible and best solutions from the map
Review of centrifugal pump troubleshooting procedures
Review of mechanical seal troubleshooting procedures
Pump and mechanical seal failure case studies
Following up a Root Cause Analysis

AUDIENCE
Senior operations and maintenance personnel and reliability engineers with field experience with centrifugal pumps and mechanical seals are preferred.

AFT Fathom, Impulse and Arrow Training
2018-06-04 08:00 - 2018-06-08 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Applied Flow Technology Office, 2955 Professional Pl #301, Colorado Springs, CO, 80904, United States
Mon Jun 4th – Fri 8th (MDT)

Training-Seminar

Applied Flow Technology Office, 2955 Professional Pl #301, Colorado Springs, CO 80904, USA map directions

AFT Fathom: June 4-5, 2018 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Lunch is included
AFT Arrow: June 6-7, 2018 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Lunch is included
AFT Impulse: June 6-8, 2019 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Lunch is included
Applied Flow Technology seminars are the best way for users to acquaint themselves not only with the software, but with helpful tips and tricks to make the process even more seamless. All seminars are lead by a qualified engineer who will guide users through sample projects. No need to bring your computer, AFT will supply computers for you to use. Attendees will receive a completion certificate and training guidebook.
Once you register, a confirmation email will be sent to you with additional information on lodging, directions, and things to do in Colorado Springs.
We look forward to meeting you!
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Introduction to AFT Fathom, AFT Impulse, AFT Arrow and Modules
2018-05-24 08:00 - 2018-05-25 17:00 (America/Chicago) | QPS Offices, Cerro El Plomo 5630, Santiago, Chile
Thu May 24th – Fri 25th (MDT)

Training-Seminar

QPS Offices – Santiago, Chile, Cerro El Plomo 5630, Las Condes, Región Metropolitana, Chile map directions

QPS in Chile is a channel partner of AFT and will be hosting this event in their home offices.
Learn the basic concepts necessary to begin working with AFT Fathom 9.0 and the complementary modules XTS, GSC and SSL. Additionally, acquire basic knowledge to model with AFT Impulse 6.0 and its complementary modules SSL and PFA. Lastly, discuss modeling gases in piping systems as well as ducts with AFT Arrow 6.0 and GSC.
Who should attend: mechanical engineers, fluid mechanics, hydraulic mechanics, miners and all professionals involved in projects pertaining to the field of modeling fluids in pipe systems.
What’s included:

Access to original licenses throughout the 2 days of the seminar
Practice what you learned with original licenses for the 15 day following the seminar
Digital resources
Coffee Breaks

Solutions to Your Check Valve Problems – Important valve installation and piping design guidelines
2018-05-23 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | TX
We have seen highly successful installations and we have seen catastrophes when it comes to installing & maintaining check valves in piping systems. So, we compiled some of the most important information and created this webinar to spread the knowledge. During this webinar, attendees will learn key installation, maintenance, piping design tips and guidelines to keep in mind to ensure the most efficient installation and use of check valves in your system.

Date: May 23, 2018
Time: 2 PM EDT (11 AM PDT)
Duration: 1 hour
Presented by:

Overview
Many different factors go into designing an efficient piping system. One simple mistake can mean the difference between a smooth flowing system and a system filled with water hammer issues and a lot of high maintenance problems with damage to pumps and other piping system components.
This presentation reviews key installation, maintenance, piping design tips and guidelines to keep in mind to ensure the most efficient installation and use of check valves in your system. It explains basics on piping design and the fundamentals of sizing valves in general with a specific emphasis on sizing check valves for the application conditions, not selecting a check valve based solely on line size.

Key Take-Aways

Learn general check valve and piping design rules
Understand how piping design can impact valve reliability and maintenance costs
Overview of best practices in check valve installation and valve maintenance guidelines
How to choose the best check valve for your application
Hear about common Myths vs. Reality

Speaker:
Arie Bregman, Vice President and General Manager, DFT Inc.
Arie Bregman is Vice President and General Manager of DFT Inc. A 35-year industry veteran, Bregman is active in the U.S. Valve Manufacturers Association, serving on the group’s education, training and technical committees. He is also a member of the VMA Board of Directors. Bregman holds a Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Worcester, MA.

Eastern Gas Compression Roundtable
2018-05-22 - 2018-05-24 | David L. Lawrence Convention Center, 1000 Fort Duquesne Blvd., Pittsburg, PA, 15222
The Eastern Gas Compression Roundtable is a non-profit organization whose primary purpose is to provide the Natural Gas Industry with cost effective training programs. These programs are presented at our annual training and technology conference and focus on engine and compressor maintenance.

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Chemical Process Pump Repair
2018-05-21 08:00 - 2018-05-22 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Cincinnati, OH, Cincinnati, OH, United States
This course will provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to repair and maintain ASME and ISO overhung chemical process pumps and understand the basics of pumps, pumping systems and mechanical seal design.

Upon completion of this course, the participants will be able to:

Describe centrifugal pump operation and why they fail
Describe basic hydraulics and its impact on pump performance
Describe pump and system interaction
Explain basic functions of mechanical seals, how they work and why they fail
Demonstrate accurate reading of precision measurement tools
Accurately interpret mechanical seal assembly drawings
Properly disassemble and inspect ASME and ISO chemical process pumps
Accurately measure critical pump dimensions using precision instruments
Demonstrate proper bearing removal and installation

AUDIENCE
This course is for mechanics, millwrights and others who are responsible for maintaining with ASME and ISO chemical process pumps.

Using Variable-Speed Drives to Improve Pump System Efficiency
2018-05-16 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | TX
Type of education:

Webinar

Date of the event:

Wednesday, May 16, 2018 – 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Central Time Zone

Instructor:

Gene Vogel, EASA Pump & Vibration Specialist

This webinar will discuss:

Potential savings for pump operations
How service centers can profit
Identifying system benefits

Target audience:

This webinar will benefit service center technicians and supervisors.

Applied Flow Technology Webinar: Operational problems of non-Newtonian fluids
2018-05-16 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | TX
Wed May 16th 10:00am – 11:00am (MDT)

Webinar

There are several occasions where highly viscous or non-Newtonian fluids need to be dealt with and handling them properly is not as simple as water or other Newtonian fluids. Come learn about the ramifications in modeling these unusual fluids and how to handle them properly.
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